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For Volunteers' Week (1-7 June), meet the team and volunteers looking after Leeds’ 865 kilometres of paths winding through woodlands, city streets, farmland, riversides and open countryside.

A park in the centre of Leeds has received a transformative new mural by an internationally recognised artist to uplift the heart of the city.

Leeds City Council is reminding landowners to check if they have any ash trees that need removing, as the trees are now in leaf.

Those with a passion for flowers are being asked to support a rose and become part of the legacy of a famous Edwardian garden as its revival is taking root.

A unique team building day became the perfect way for colleagues to bond and give back to the community, as Leeds City Council now offers green team away days in the city’s stunning parks.

Leeds City Council today unveil a unique hand-carved oak bench, created from a tree previously located near Otley Bridge, in Tittybottle Park.

A music student’s decision to volunteer with animals has been described as "one of the most influential decisions" of her life, and a previous environmental student has praised the essential practical skills they received from volunteering with park rangers.

Meet the volunteers whose stories highlight the impressive impact of volunteering opportunities with Leeds City Council.

Thousands of Christmas trees locally grown in Yorkshire are waiting at The Arium ready to spread festive cheer to homes in Leeds.

Thousands of diseased ash trees on private and public land have been identified as in need of removal due to safety concerns, particularly around highways. An interactive map has been created to help landowners understand if they need to take action. 

Families in Leeds will have a chance to meet the festive season’s favourite couple as Lotherton’s spectacular Christmas Experience is now open.

Tickets are selling fast for the award-winning family-friendly attraction, which this year gives visitors an opportunity to meet Santa, Mrs Claus and their elves as part of one sparkling package.

One of Tropical World’s pygmy marmosets was matched with a female through a breeding programme and has moved in with her at Drayton Manor Zoo.

The new play barn at Temple Newsam's home farm is set to open to the public on 20 September after works to convert the old cow byre have been completed.